2026 RECOVERY CONFERENCE SOLD OUT!
Welcome
The Virginia DBHDS Recovery Conference brings together
Peer Recovery Specialists, Providers, Advocates, Families,
and Leaders from across Virginia to strengthen
recovery-oriented systems of care
through collaboration, education, and shared lived experience.
Together, we build stronger communities and brighter futures.
WHY ATTEND?
Gain insight into innovative
recovery practices and
emerging trends.
LEARN
CONNECT
Build meaningful
partnerships across
Virginia and beyond.
INSPIRE
Celebrate recovery,
strength, and the power
of lived experience.
Recovery happens through connection,
community, and shared experience.
Keynote Speakers
We are excited to announce this year's keynote speakers!
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Dana Foglesong
Dana Foglesong is a nationally recognized leader and founder of the Peer Support Policy and Practice Center at findpeersupport.com. A certified peer support specialist for 16 years, she brings a full-spectrum perspective to the field, having received peer support, supervised peer specialists, and led national initiatives that have helped shape the workforce.
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Malinda Roberts
Malinda Roberts began her career with the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) in October 1984 as an Information Processing Specialist in the Office of Human Resources Development and Management (HRDM). Over the years, her dedication, knowledge, and commitment to public service have made her an invaluable member of the department and a respected leader in her field.
VA DBHDS PAST RECOVERY CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
"WATCH US THRIVE IN 2025"
EVERY YEAR IS YEAR OF THE PEER
"PEERS SOAR IN 2024"
Song Submission
"SOAR"
Written By: James Swisher (Peer Recovery Specialist Intern With Robin's Hope)
Performed By: Lauren Swisher (James' Sister)
Thank You For This Beautiful Song!
VIRGINIA YEAR OF THE PEER 2023 HIGHLIGHTS
"WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS"
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THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
